Book description
The Phoenix and the Mirror: Where History Becomes Magic
Avram Davidson wasn't just a writer-he was a literary alchemist. A Hugo Award winner and three-time World Fantasy Award recipient, Davidson possessed the rare gift of transforming historical figures into legendary heroes. His masterpiece, The Phoenix and the Mirror, proves exactly why The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction calls him "perhaps sf's most explicitly literary author."
Here's what makes this audiobook absolutely captivating: Davidson takes the real Vergil-the poet who wrote The Aeneid-and reimagines him as a medieval sorcerer, alchemist, and adventurer. This isn't some dry historical novel dressed up in fantasy clothing. This is pure, unbridled adventure where the boundaries between fact and magic completely dissolve.
When you listen to this audiobook, you're not just hearing a story-you're experiencing a master craftsman at work. Davidson's background editing The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction shows in every carefully woven plot thread. His ability to win both Hugo Awards and Edgar Awards (mystery's highest honor) means he understands how to keep you hooked from the first moment.
The audiobook format brings Davidson's rich, layered prose to life in a way that perfectly matches the story's epic scope. You'll find yourself believing in this alternate version of Vergil, where medieval legends and dark age mysticism create a world that feels both ancient and timeless.
This isn't just fantasy fiction-this is literary fantasy that respects both history and imagination. The Phoenix and the Mirror stands as an acknowledged classic for good reason. Once you start listening, you'll understand why Davidson's work continues to captivate readers decades after publication.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience